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This 1978 Plymouth Volare was sold new in Nebraska and was purchased in Texas by the seller in 2016. Featuring the A43 Street Kit Car package, this example is reported to be one of 247 examples produced and features two-tone paint, front and rear spoilers, fender flares, window louvers, and decals inspired by Richard Petty’s #43 stock car. It is powered by a 360ci V8 paired to a 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission and has been mildly modified by the seller with a new intake manifold, carburetor, and electronic ignition along with updates to the brake and suspension as detailed below. The car is accompanied by maintenance records that include a new battery and oil change performed by the seller. This Volare is now offered with some maintenance records and a clean Texas title in the seller’s name.

Cosmetic changes for the A43 package included 2-tone paint, front spoiler, decorative hood pins, fender flares, quarter window louvers, rear deck spoiler with adjustable blade, windshield retention clips and back-light retention straps, and graphics along the hood, roof, and doors. Believed by the seller to have been repainted under previous ownership, noted imperfections in the Cadet Blue paintwork include a small bubble on top right fender near antenna and the left fender near wheel as shown in the gallery.

Inside, the matching Cadet Blue interior retains its Tuff steering wheel and has been modified with dark navy carpets. The factory AM/FM 8-track stereo has been disconnected in favor of a modern bluetooth unit. A split in the driver’s seat is noted, and the dash clock is inoperable. All remaining gauges and equipment are reported to be in working order and the odometer currently shows 35,627 miles.

Paired with a 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission, power is provided by a 360ci V8 that has been modified with a Weiand dual-plane intake, Street Demon carburetor, Rev-n-ator ignition, dual exhaust, and stainless steel transmission line. Maintenance by the seller includes an oil change 3 months ago and new battery fitted last week.

The underside is pictured above and displays some surface corrosion. Per the seller, the spare tire well has been scrubbed of surface rust and treat with Eastwood Rust Encapsulator. Detailed images of the brakes, suspension, and exhaust system are included in the gallery below.

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Winning Bid

USD $11,000

Auction Ended

April 16, 2018 at 12:57PM PT

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